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Union Minister of State L Murugan inaugurates AKAM photo exhibition at Chennai Book Fair
Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting and Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying L Murugan today inaugurated the the photo exhibition on Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav  - 75 Years of India's Independence, organised by Regional Outreach Bureau and Press Information Bureau, Ministry of Information of Broadcasting in the annual Chennai Book Fair held at YMCA grounds in Nandanam, Chennai.
The life history and struggles of 27 freedom fighters are displayed at this exhibition.
Speaking after the inauguration, Murugan said,'' This exhibition has brought out the sacrifices and history of freedom fighters who are not popularly known. Organising this photo exhibition in the traditional Chennai Book Fair is very special. This will be a learning experience for many, especially students.``
He also appreciated the efforts taken to explain the sacrifices made by freedom fighters like Subash Chandra Bose and Sardar Vallabai Patel.
Murugan urged people to visit the exhibition and get to know more about these freedom fighters and their sacrifices.
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles demise of former MP Shri C Janga Reddy
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the demise of former Member of Parliament, Shri C Janga Reddy.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
"Shri C Janga Reddy Garu devoted his life to public service. He was an integral part of the efforts to take the Jana Sangh and BJP to new heights of success. He made a place in the hearts and minds of several people. He also motivated many Karyakartas. Saddened by his demise.
Shri C Janga Reddy Garu was an effective voice for the BJP at a very critical phase of the Party’s trajectory. Spoke to his son and expressed condolences. Om Shanti."
Ministry of Labour & Employment
New Labour Code
The Government has formulated four Labour Codes, namely, the Code on Wages, 2019, the Industrial Relations Code, 2020, the Code on Social Security, 2020 and the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020 and published these Codes in the Official Gazette for general information. As a step towards implementation of the four Labour Codes, the Central and a number of State Governments have pre-published the draft Rules, inviting comments of all stakeholders.
The four Labour Codes envisage strengthening the protection available to workers, including unorganized workers in terms of statutory minimum wage, social security and healthcare of workers. Some of the important provisions are as follows:-
- A statutory right for minimum wages and timely payment of wages has been made available to all workers to support sustainable growth and inclusive development.
- To avoid multiple interpretations and litigations, uniform definition of ‘wages’ across all the four Labour Codes has been provided that is simple, coherent and easy to enforce.
- Provision for annual health check-up and medical facilities has also been made which enhances labour productivity and increases life expectancy.
- Statutory provision has been made for the first time to issue appointment letter to every employee of the establishment which leads to formalized contract of employment that increases job security and enables a worker to claim statutory benefits such as minimum wages, social security etc .
- Provision of Re-skilling Fund for skill development of workers.
- The gig worker and the platform worker have been defined for the purpose of formulating schemes to provide social security benefits. Social security schemes can be formulated from the contribution of aggregators and the other sources can include funds from the Central and State Governments.
- The Central Government may extend benefits to unorganised workers, gig workers and platform workers and the members of their families through Employees’ State Insurance Corporation or Employees’ Provident Fund Organization.
- A worker engaged under Fixed Term Employment  is entitled for all the benefits which are available to permanent employees and has also been made eligible for gratuity if he renders service for a period of one year.
- Every worker is entitled to annual leave with wages after working for 180 days in comparison to 240 days at present. Provision for encashment of leave on demand by a worker while in service at the end of calendar year.
- Applicability of Employees' Provident Fund has been extended to all industries as against scheduled industries at present.
This information was given by the Minister of State for Labour & Employment, Shri Rameswar Teli in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Minister of Social Justice & Empowerment  distributed aids and assistive devices to Divyangjan at PDUNIPPD, New Delhi.
On the occasions of Azadi ka amrit mahotsav @75 and Har ghar Tiranga, ghar - ghar Tiranga, Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya National Institute for Persons with Physical Disabilities , a National Institute under the administrative control of Deptt. of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities program organised a progrmme at its premises New Delhi on 12th August, 2022. Cabinet minister of SJ & E Dr. Virendra Kumar participated in Sanwad ewam Sambodhan'. In this programme, Minister distributed aids and appliances amongst 110 needy Divyangjan.
Dr. Virendra Kumar paid homage to the statue of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya ji. While distributing the aids and assistive devices to Divyangjan, Minister also inquired the divyangjaj the problems faced by them. Minister suggested to use latest technology and to explore new ones in manufacturing artificial limbs. In his address, he also made a mention of the patriotism amongst masses by unfurling Tiranga on each house, vehicles etc. and addressed the staff as well as divyang beneficiaries.
He also emphasised to make other govt departments more sensitive towards the needs of Divyangjan.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID - 19 Vaccination Update - Day 588
India’s cumulative vaccination coverage crosses 211.36 Crore
More than 21 lakh Vaccine doses administered today till 7 pm
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed 211.36 Crore  today. More than 21 lakh  Vaccine Doses have been administered till 7 pm today. The daily vaccination tally is expected to increase with the compilation of the final reports for the day by late tonight.
The cumulative coverage of vaccine doses, segregated based on population priority groups, is as follows:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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10413888
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2nd Dose
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10105100
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Precaution Dose
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6709636
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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18434249
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2nd Dose
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17695969
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Precaution Dose
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13059452
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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40206020
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2nd Dose
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29990593
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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61635581
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2nd Dose
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52220172
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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560457807
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2nd Dose
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512634899
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Precaution Dose
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57273178
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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203879381
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2nd Dose
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196213523
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Precaution Dose
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32740498
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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127565354
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2nd Dose
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122642930
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Precaution Dose
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39797841
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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1022592280
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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941503186
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Precaution Dose
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149580605
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Total
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2113676071
Today’s achievement in the vaccination exercise, segregated by population priority groups, is as follows:
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Date: 26th August, 2022 
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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32
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2nd Dose
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277
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Precaution Dose
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9482
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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64
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2nd Dose
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571
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Precaution Dose
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23189
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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33814
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2nd Dose
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55968
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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11449
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2nd Dose
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29158
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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23902
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2nd Dose
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93035
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Precaution Dose
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1084223
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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4729
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2nd Dose
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20685
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Precaution Dose
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504470
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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2831
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2nd Dose
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13205
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Precaution Dose
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209043
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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76821
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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212899
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Precaution Dose
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1830407
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Total
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2120127
The vaccination exercise as a tool to protect the most vulnerable population groups in the country from COVID-19 continues to be regularly reviewed and monitored at the highest level.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Update on COVID-19 Vaccine Availability in States/UTs
More than 145.51 Crore vaccine doses provided to States/UTs
More than 17.54 Crore balance and unutilized vaccine doses still available with States/UTs
The Union Government is committed to accelerating the pace and expanding the scope of COVID-19 vaccination throughout the country. The nationwide COVID 19 vaccination started on 16th January 2021. The new phase of universalization of COVID-19 vaccination commenced from 21st June 2021. The vaccination drive has been ramped up through availability of more vaccines, advance visibility of vaccine availability to States and UTs for enabling better planning by them, and streamlining the vaccine supply chain.
As part of the nationwide vaccination drive, Government of India has been supporting the States and UTs by providing them COVID Vaccines free of cost. In the new phase of the universalization of the COVID19 vaccination drive, the Union Government will procure and supply  75% of the vaccines being produced by the vaccine manufacturers in the country to States and UTs.
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VACCINE DOSES
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SUPPLIED
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1,45,51,51,715
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BALANCE AVAILABLE
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17,54,66,041
More than 145.51 crore  vaccine doses have been provided to States/UTs so far through Govt of India  and through direct state procurement category.
More than 17.54 Cr  balance and unutilized COVID Vaccine doses are still available with the States/UTs to be administered.
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
National Conference on ‘Drug Trafficking and National Security’ in Chandigarh.
A National Conference on Drug Trafficking and National Security was held at Chandigarh under the chairmanship of Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, which was also attended by Dr. Virendra Kumar, Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment, Shri Bhagwant Maan, Chief Minister of Punjab, Shri Manohar Lal Khattar, Chief Minister of Haryana, Shri Manoj Sinha, Lt. Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Shri Banwarilal Purohit, Governor of Punjab & Administrator of Chandigarh, Shri Ajay Kumar Bhalla, Home Secretary, Shri R Subrahmanyam, Secretary, Social Justice and Empowerment and Shri Satya Narayan Pradhan, Director General of Narcotics Control Bureau .
In the aforesaid event, two modules from class 6 to 8 and class 9 to 11 of Navchetna  were launched by all dignitaries present at the dais, which is basically a teacher training modules and will increase awareness and education on life skills and drugs among students in schools in India. Further strengthening the reach and impact of NAVCHETNA, the training materials is being translated into 12 regional languages of India. As a teacher support aid, each module will be available as a video to be uploaded on the DIKSHA portal . The Ministry has set a target to generate awareness among 10 lakh Teachers and 2.4 crore Students through Navchetna Modules in a year.
Thereafter, a film on the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan  was presented during the event, which shows the journey of awareness programme, reaching out more than 8 crore population including 3 crore youths, 2 crore women and 1 lakh educational institutions. Through this video the message of Prime Minister was spread to the general public.
Thereafter, the NMBA award was given by Union Home Minister - Shri Amit Shah for best three performing NMBA States namely Madhya Pradesh first position, Jammu Kashmir second position and Gujarat third position and three best performing NMBA Districts namely Datia first position, Thoubal second position and Chandigarh at third position.
Prime Minister's Office
India's port sector is growing rapidly and contributing to economic progress: PM
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has lauded the achievements of Tuticorin VOC port a Y-o-Y growth of 11.35%. The Port has handled 36.03 Million Tonnes of cargo, as on 14.03.2023 and surpassed the target of 36 Million Tonnes, set by the Shipping Ministry 17 days ahead in the FY 2022-23.
In a reply to a tweet by V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority, Tuticorin, the Prime Minister tweeted;
“Good! India's port sector is growing rapidly and contributing to economic progress.”
Ministry of Women and Child Development
Steps taken to Provide Assistance to Women During Outbreak of Covid-19
‘Police’ and ‘Public Order’ are State subjects under the Seventh Schedule to the Constitution of India. Maintenance of law and order, protection of life and property of citizens including prevention of crime against women is primarily the responsibility of the State Governments and Union Territory Administrations. Nevertheless, giving high priority to safety of women, the Central Government has also taken a number of initiatives in this regard during outbreak of Covid-19. The Government has ensured that their schemes of One Stop Centres , Universalisation of Women Help Line , Ujjawala Homes, Swadhar Greh, Emergency Response Support System  and various authorities under women and child centric laws such as ‘The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005’, ‘The Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961’, ‘The Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006’, etc. remain operational and available for providing assistance to women including the women with disabilities during the period. The Government has also undertaken sensitisation programs for the concerned officials of States and UTs for this purpose.
The National Commission for Women  took various steps to address cases of violence against women, including women with disabilities, during the Covid 19 pandemic. Besides processing their complaints through its online system available at www.ncw.nic.in. NCW launched a WhatsApp number 7217735372 for reporting cases of domestic violence during the pandemic and also took cognizance of the grievances relating to domestic violence reported in social media. The complaints received by NCW were acted upon by coordinating with police and other authorities to provide assistance.
During the second wave of corona virus pandemic in 2021, the NCW launched a WhatsApp helpline number for providing medical assistance to expectant mothers from across the country. Keeping in view the difficulties faced by pregnant women in accessing medical aid, NCW launched a message-only helpline service in addition to their email ID, which was already operational. Expectant mothers from across the country could reach out to the Commission through its helpline number 9354954224 which was functional round-the-clock. In addition, the National Commission for Women launched 24X7 Helpline No. 7827170170 with an aim to provide online support to women in distress, including women with disabilities, through referral by linking them with the concerned police authorities, hospitals, Legal Services Authorities, psychological counselling etc.
The helplines of NCW was accessible for every woman including women with disabilities in the country. However, no separate data is maintained by NCW for complaints received from women with disabilities.
This information was given by the Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani, in a written reply in Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Defence
WELFARE SCHEMES FOR RETIRED DEFENCE PERSONNEL
The government launched Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme  with effect from 01 April, 2003. It aims to provide quality health care to approximately 55 lakh Ex-Servicemen and their dependents. The healthcare services are provided through 433 ECHS Polyclinics , Service Hospitals and ECHS Empanelled Medical Facilities in India and Nepal, which are supervised, controlled, and managed through 30 ECHS Regional Centres located across India, various headquarters in military chain of command and the Central Organisation ECHS. The scheme is funded by the Government of India. Fund Allocated during 2021-22 is Rs. 4438.19 crores.
The welfare schemes which had negligible/Nil subscription in the last five years from Armed Forces Flag Day Fund  are being discontinued from AFFDF w.e.f. 01.04.2022. However, these schemes are funded with higher amounts from respective services and states/UTs.
A total number of 89,533 people have been benefited under AFFDF for the last three years  and Rs. 320 crore have been allocated at Revised Estimate  stage  to clear cases of Penury, Marriage and Education Grants.
This information was given by Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Ajay Bhatt in a written reply to Shri TN Prathapan in Lok Sabha on April 01, 2022.
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Ministry of Finance
Notification No.95/2022 - Customs 
In exercise of the powers conferred by section 14 of the Customs Act, 1962 , the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs hereby makes the following amendments in the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs Notification No. 92/2022-CUSTOMS , dated 03rd November, 2022 with effect from 15th November, 2022.
In the SCHEDULE-II of the said Notification, for serial No. 2 and the entries relating thereto, the following shall be substituted, namely: -
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Cabinet
Cabinet approves Faculty Exchange Agreement between National Defence College, New Delhi and National Defence College, Dhaka, Bangladesh
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its ex-post facto approval to the Faculty Exchange Agreement signed between the National Defence College, New Delhi and National Defence College, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
The objective of the Agreement is to institutionalize regular exchange programs and establish sustainable mechanisms between the two National Defence Colleges with an aim to enhancing mutual cooperation in the field of national security, development and strategic studies.
Given the geographical and cultural closeness between the two countries, there are many common challenges like countering terrorism that needs joint action. Hence, there is a need for better coordination and cooperation among the armed forces. The exchange of faculty members of the premier institutes will help to bring symmetry in the capacities of the armed forces and contribute to countering and managing common threats and challenges much better.
The Agreement establishes the framework for enhanced cooperation in the field of military education concerning strategic and operational studies.
Prime Minister's Office
PM approves ex-gratia for victims of Nagaur road accident
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has approved an ex-gratia for the victims of a road accident at Nagaur, Rajasthan.
The Prime Minister Office tweeted;
"The Prime Minister has approved an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from PMNRF for the next of kin of those who lost their lives due to the accident at Nagaur, Rajasthan. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000."
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh launches “75" series Pension awareness to mark 75 years of India’s independence.
Union Minister of State  Development of North Eastern Region , MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr.Jitendra Singh today launched “75" series Pension awareness to mark 75 years of India’s independence. As a part of the “Amrut Mahotsav” to commemorate India @75, the Department of Pension and Pensioners Welfare will organize a wide range of activities, characterized by “75” serial figure.
Dr Jitendra Singh said, it would be a highly innovative and creative method of observing the 75th year of India's independence by dedicating it to the cause of pensioners and elder citizens. This, he said, would personify the real essence of “Bharat Ka Amrut Mahotsav” by addressing the elder citizens through one of the youngest mediums of social platform.
Among the various activities envisaged over the next one year or so, an important one would be the dissemination of a series of 75 important rules for family pensioners through two Tweets per week on social media during the coming year. These Tweets are being put in the form of Frequently Asked Questions  to enhance awareness about the various aspects of pension rules and new recent reforms brought in for the welfare of pensioners belonging to all sections, including the family pensioners.
The other “75” related activities would be the imparting of training on “Bhavishya”  through 75 offices of the Government of India. All these offices will be first imparted training through a Video Conference followed by a question - answer session. Training of Bhavishya will start from April 2021 in multiple sessions across the Central Government organizations. Central Armed Police Force  offices at different locations across the country will also be covered in this training.
Similarly, going by the rule of “75”, an online workshop on Pension Awareness Rules for senior government pensioners and family pensioners will be held for those above the age of 75 years. A series of online workshops will be conducted across the country through Video Conference beginning from May 2021. This would cover the maximum number of cities and workshops will also be conducted region wise. Going by the same spirit of the “75”, the Department of Pension and Pensioners Welfare will come out with digital publications of 75 “Anubhav” writeups, including those already awarded or selected from the Anubhav Portal. This activity will be undertaken from June 2021 onwards.
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Ministry of Commerce & Industry
APEDA flags off first export consignment of value added products derived from Jackfruit, Passion fruit &Nutmeg  from Kerala to Australia
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority  facilitated exports of the first consignment of various value-added and nutri-rich products derived from Jackfruit, Passion fruit and Nutmeg  sourced from farmers in Thrissur, Kerala, to Melbourne, Australia.
These products have a shelf life of more than one year. APEDA is promoting exports of value-added and health products as part of the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s aim for achieving $ 400 billion merchandise exports by 2021-22.
Dr. M Angamuthu, Chairman, APEDA and T V Subhash, Director of Agriculture, Kerala, Exporter and Importer along with other officials of APEDA took part in the virtual flag off ceremony held yesterday.
In the current fast-food era, consumers’ preference is shifting towards health food. The gluten free products prepared from healthy options like Jackfruit, Passion fruit etc are providing a viable alternative against the consumption of fast food.
Jackfruit, originated in WesternGhats, was declared the state fruit of Kerala in March, 2018. The largest tree borne fruit is dense in fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals. The tropical fruit is the popular meat substitute among vegans due to its protein content. In addition to the use of fruit, seed and pulp, Jackfruit leaves, bark, inflorescence and latex are used in traditional medicines too.
With the growing awareness of health and nutritional properties of the fruit and sustained efforts of Jackfruit farmers and entrepreneurs across the country, it is anticipated that the Jackfruit will definitely become the most sought-after fruit in the coming years. The major export destinations of Jackfruit are Singapore, Nepal, Qatar, Germany etc.
Passion fruit is a nutritious tropical fruit rich in antioxidants, vitamins and fiber. It is a beneficial fruit with a healthful nutrition profile important for skin, vision & immune system.
Because of the richness, massive market potential, and unlimited number of benefits that these fruits provide, there are huge opportunities for expanding exports of with its innovative products.